Friday:
Ulster vs Exeter Chiefs: Ulster and Exeter Chiefs both have slim chances of advancing to the Champions Cup knockout stages, so they’ll be focused on securing a victory to stay alive in the competition. A bonus-point win and an unlikely set of results elsewhere could still see them through to the EPCR Challenge Cup knockouts.
Saturday:
Stade Français Paris vs Bulls: Stade Français Paris must deliver a bonus-point win to keep their hopes of reaching the Champions Cup knockout rounds alive, while the Bulls, who are mathematically still in the race for the EPCR Challenge Cup, will need a 22-point victory with a bonus point and hope for other results to go their way.
Northampton Saints vs Munster: Northampton is already through to the knockouts but will aim to secure a home tie with a win. Munster needs just a single point to confirm their place in the next round but will be out for revenge following last season’s loss at Franklin’s Gardens in the Round of 16.
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Clermont Auvergne vs Bristol Bears: A must-win match for both sides, Clermont and Bristol sit at the bottom of Pool Two and need a bonus-point win to keep their qualification hopes alive. The Bears come into the game on a high after a win over Benetton, while Clermont will look to bounce back from a tough loss to Bath.
Benetton vs Stade Rochelais: Benetton and Stade Rochelais are both fighting for a spot in the Round of 16, with any points from this game crucial for their hopes. Stade Rochelais, having already qualified, will be hoping to secure a home knockout tie, while Benetton needs a win to stay in contention for a spot in either the Champions Cup or EPCR Challenge Cup.
Leinster vs Bath: Leinster is already through to the next round and will look to maintain their perfect record while fighting for a top seeding in the knockout stages. Bath, on the other hand, needs a strong performance to keep their qualification hopes alive, looking for at least a point to secure a Round of 16 spot.
Harlequins vs Glasgow Warriors: Harlequins need a win to put themselves in a good position to qualify, while Glasgow Warriors, already qualified, will aim for a victory to improve their seeding for the knockout rounds. The Scots will be eager to avenge their defeat to Quins in last season’s Round of 16.
Racing 92 vs Stormers: Both Racing 92 and the Stormers will be looking for a win to keep their qualification hopes alive. Racing, with only one win so far, will need a bonus-point victory to have any chance of advancing, while the Stormers are looking to push for a spot in the knockout rounds after a dramatic Round 3 win over Sale Sharks.
Sunday:
Bordeaux-Bègles vs Sharks: Bordeaux-Bègles has already secured qualification but will be aiming for a high seed, which will provide them with a home tie in the Round of 16. The Sharks need at least a point to ensure their progression, hoping for a top-four finish in Pool One.
Stade Toulousain vs Leicester Tigers: Toulouse has already secured their place in the knockouts and will be looking to maintain their perfect record and secure a home knockout tie. Leicester Tigers can leapfrog Toulouse with a win and claim a home tie, adding extra spice to this encounter.
Saracens vs Castres Olympique: Both teams are still in contention for a home knockout spot, with Saracens needing a win to seal their qualification after a tough loss to Munster. Castres, just one point behind Saracens, will look to continue their fine form and push for a top spot in Pool Three.
Sale Sharks vs Toulon: Sale Sharks need a victory to secure their place in the knockout rounds, while Toulon, already qualified, will aim to finish on top of Pool Four. Toulon’s experience will be key, but Sale will be out to secure the win in front of their home crowd.
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